Taurus — The Bull Ruling Planet – Venus Element – Earth Keywords – I Have Key Notes – Structure & Endurance
Traits Common sense Patient and reliable Warmhearted and loving Persistent and determined Placid and security-loving In medical astrology, Taurus rules the throat. Taurus is a strong, dependable sign. Its keynotes are structure and endurance, and many of the crystals associated with Taurus ground energy into the physical body. Kunzite aids Taurus in removing obstacles that would otherwise overly engage this sign’s patient persistence. It also connects Taurus into deep centeredness and inner security. However, as the Emerald birthstone shows, Taurus is also a hedonistic sign. Voluptuous Venus after all, rules it. Emerald is one of her stones: a symbol of successful love.
The Moon of Growth (Apr 20 - May 20) This period is one of growth and dramatic change. This is a time for putting down new roots, towards expansion in material directions. The influence is one of rapid change.
Taurus is an Earth element — practical, careful, reliable, and resolute. They impart form and structure.
Material and sensual earth signs like to enjoy the pleasures of life. Earth shapes matter. Earth is the element of the material world; it is stable and grounded. Practical and productive, it is concerned with self-sufficiency and security. Earth signs are sensual signs. This is the element most involved in the physical body and the senses.
The Earth signs are Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn.
A Fixed sign — very earthy, quiet, affectionate, patient, and stable. They are determined and practical, stubborn, and resistant to change.
Crystal affinities include, but are not limited to : Azurite, Boji Stone, Carnelian, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Clear Quartz, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Jasper (all colors), Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Morganite, Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Selenite, Tiger’s Eye, Tiger Iron, Topaz (Imperial), Tourmaline (all colors), Variscite
Yellow stones are particularly effective for Taurus.
